Arigam
Arigam is a village located in Khansahib tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Khansahib (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Arigam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Arigam unique in its vibrant Khansahib-Badgam region. You’ll see Arigam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Arigam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arigam is 000600. The village spans a total geographical area of 352.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191111. Khansahib is nearest town to Arigam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Arigam
Population of Arigam
According to the 2011 Census, Arigam has a total population of about 4,158, with approximately 2,208 males and 1,950 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,261 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.22%, with male literacy at about 42.26% and female literacy near 33.64%. There are around 524 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arigam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,158 | 2,208 | 1,950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,261 | 704 | 557 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,589 | 933 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,569 | 1,275 | 1,294 |
Connectivity of Arigam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arigam. As per the 2011 stats, Arigam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arigam
Knowing the nearby villages of Arigam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arigam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arigam
- Where is Arigam located?
- Arigam village is situated in Khansahib Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arigam?
- Arigam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arigam?
- The pincode of Arigam is 191111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arigam is 4,158, with 2,208 males and 1,950 females.
- How many households are there in Arigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arigam village has a total of 524 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arigam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arigam is 38.22%. The male literacy rate is 42.26%, while the female literacy rate is 33.64%.